Homemade pumpkin puree is simple to make and tastes much better than canned varieties. Up until this year, I didn’t even think about making my own pumpkin puree at home. But now that I’ve done it, I don’t think I can go back to the canned version. Grant and I included a pumpkin plant in…
These seasonal pumpkin breakfast pastries are great for a fall morning. Are you ready for fall and all of the pumpkin recipes that come with it? I am! These pumpkin breakfast pastries make a perfect fall inspired treat for a September morning. Even if it is still warm out, like it is in California. These…
In 35 minutes, you will have a delicious red enchilada sauce that is perfect for any enchilada recipe. This 35 Minute Red Enchilada Sauce takes minimal prep time, as this sauce spends a lot of its time simmering. By making enchilada sauce at home, you are in complete control of what goes into the sauce….
Here are some of my favorite ways to use up all of the fresh zucchini that is in season right now. I’m currently getting about 2-3 zucchini squashes per week from our garden and I’m loving it because these are one of my favorite vegetables. If you are also growing zucchini, or if you are…
A tasty way to use halibut that also makes a perfect appetizer or snack. Last year we went to Alaska for ten days, and when we were in Seward we spent one day deep sea fishing. We were able to catch and take home some halibut and are still working through it. This is one…
An easy way to use up fresh summer vegetables for a healthy side dish. Here’s another way to use up those fresh vegetables that may be growing in your home garden or filling the shelves at the grocery store. In this recipe, I use a combination of zucchini, yellow squash, and eggplant. However, any variation…
Here’s a flavorful recipe that uses up summer garden veggies such as eggplant, zucchini, and green beans! Do you have a garden, and if you do, what are you growing? We started a small one this year and have a variety of veggies and herbs growing. Lately, I’ve been picking a lot of green beans…
Enjoy this Spiced Chocolate Tea warm from the stove or poured over ice for a refreshing treat. Do you like having a batch of delicious tea in your fridge? Are you a fan of chocolate? Do you like subtle flavors of spice in your tea? If your answer is “yes” to these questions, then this…
A delicious and easy to assemble snack board that is perfect for parties or other small gatherings. Every month I host a cookbook club at my house and I made this snack board for the Mediterranean themed month. It was so easy, that I thought I’d share! First, gather your ingredients. You’ll need two types…
An easy recipe for delicious crackers that make a perfect midday snack. We have our first garden this year and one of the herbs that we planted is sage. This is the first recipe I’ve used our fresh sage for, and I can’t wait to try it in some other dishes! What is your favorite…